Flying from Vienna Airport (VIE) to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ): what you need to know
Astana's timezone is UTC+5, making Astana four hours ahead of Vienna.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to catch your VIE to NQZ flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vienna Airport (VIE) to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)
Rs41,275 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Vienna Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport flight. Return flights start at Rs88,344. These fares may change based on availability.
It's usually best to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from VIE to NQZ. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price across every month when searching for your flight from Vienna Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport.
Save time looking for cheap flights from VIE to NQZ by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Vienna Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport.
Handy information about Vienna Airport (VIE)
Vienna Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from VIE land at their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
To get to Vienna Airport from central Vienna, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport typically takes 15 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to VIE? If you've booked an early flight from Vienna Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)
Consider staying in a hotel close to NQZ if you're on a late Vienna Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
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Reserve your ride from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport a few weeks ahead to get the lowest price possible. If you're going away during a peak period, it's smart to book even earlier.
Getting from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ) to central Astana
Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from central Astana. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport (NQZ)
The quietest month for a flight from Vienna Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Astana based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Before locking in your flight from Vienna Airport to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Astana, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC to 30ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from VIE to NQZ in January. Temperatures average between -23ºC and -7ºC then.
Explore more of Kazakhstan
Pavlodar is just one of the many places in Kazakhstan waiting to be discovered once you've seen Astana. Around 402 kilometres away to the east, check out popular attractions including Pavlodar, Naberezhnaya Irtysha, Naberezhnaya (Embankment) and Aqmeshit Mosque.
Make your way 161 kilometres south-east from Astana and you'll find yourself in Temirtau, another well-known stop in Kazakhstan. Kick off your sightseeing at Museum of the First President and Gorodskoy Muzey.
